Home Loans with Jodie

06/02/2026

Buying a house is not always easy.
But neither is waiting with no plan.

I talk to a lot of buyers who think they need to keep waiting until everything feels perfect.
Perfect rate.
Perfect savings.
Perfect timing.

But in real life, most people do not buy in a “perfect” situation.

They buy when they understand their options and have the right people helping them make smart decisions.

That is the part many buyers are missing.
Not motivation.
Not desire.
Just clarity.

If you have been wondering whether buying could make sense for you, the first step is not guessing.
It is getting real information based on your situation.

Send me a DM and let's start the conversation today.

06/01/2026

Markets shift, rates move, but one thing stays steady — the lasting value of owning a home. Every payment builds equity, every year builds stability.
When you’re ready to make a smart move, our trusted team is here to guide you.
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06/01/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Jodie Bochat by Thea M - Knowledgable about programs and helped my client understand how they could purchase before they sold which gave them so much relief to start their next chapter.

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05/30/2026

This week’s national housing data points to a market that is still active, but more selective. Mortgage rates eased into the end of the week, available inventory remains higher than a year ago, and new listings are slightly below last year on Redfin’s latest weekly read. For buyers, that means more selection and potential negotiating room. For sellers, pricing and presentation remain critical.
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NMLS # 1683620

05/29/2026

5.0 star review received on Experience.com for Jodie Bochat by Amanda G - Jodie was very helpful throughout the whole process.

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05/29/2026

Most buyers are watching the loan, the inspection, the appraisal, the rate, the payment…

And then title work quietly shows up at the end like, “Hey, I’m actually very important too.”

This is the part of the process that doesn’t always get talked about enough, but it matters.

Your closing attorney helps confirm that the home can legally transfer to you and that there aren’t hidden ownership issues sitting in the background.

Before you sign anything, ask your closing attorney:

Did the title search find anything I should know about?
What does my title insurance actually cover?
Can I review my closing documents before closing day?
Because the goal is not just to close.

The goal is to close with confidence, understand what you’re signing, and avoid last-minute surprises.

Save this before closing day and share it with someone buying a home soon.

05/27/2026

A lot of buyers think the biggest goal is just getting approved.

But the real win is understanding how your mortgage works after closing.

Because once you get the keys, the monthly payment starts… and in the beginning, a big portion of that payment can go toward interest.

That’s why small strategy matters.

One extra payment per year, when applied correctly, can help reduce the life of your loan and save you interest over time.

But here’s the part people miss:

You need to make sure extra payments are applied to principal only.

Not future payments.
Not interest.
Not just sitting there incorrectly.

This is the kind of mortgage education I want buyers to learn before they buy, not years later when they wish someone explained it sooner.

Comment or message me “GUIDE” and I’ll send you a simple starting point for buying smarter.

05/26/2026

One thing I’ve learned as a mortgage lender:

Most buyers don’t need more confusing mortgage terms thrown at them.

They need someone to slow the process down and explain what everything actually means.

Because “you’re approved” is great…

But do you understand the payment?
The closing costs?
The loan program?
The long-term impact?
Why one option makes more sense than another?

That part matters.

I’ve seen buyers go from overwhelmed to confident simply because someone finally explained the numbers in plain language.

And that’s the experience every buyer deserves.

Buying soon?

Message me “GUIDE” and I’ll help you understand your next mortgage step.



— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Jodie Bochat, your go-to mortgage lender in NE Georgia

05/26/2026

Did you know?

Credit card utilization has major and immediate impacts on your credit score.

We always recommend keeping the balances below 30% of the credit limit at all times.

This is one of the first things we look at when trying to help people boost their credit scores.

I’ve seen scores jump anywhere from 5 points to over 100 points (all depending on the entire credit profile and the credit bureaus).

If you are interested in buying a home this year or next year, I recommend let’s go ahead and do a soft credit check to have a starting point and see if there are things to work on to help you be ready.

Send me a DM or give me a call, 404-375-0422.

05/25/2026

Today we pause to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service. Wishing you a safe, meaningful Memorial Day with time to reflect—and time at home with the people you love.